Lack of exercise hurts the brain. This has now been proven in a study conducted by Johannes Kepler University in Linz. Mental performance declines. This was investigated based on the coronavirus lockdown, which led to less exercise. The recently published study examined 318 young adults. The research team looked at how the lack of exercise during the coronavirus lockdown affected the short-term memory and attention span of young students in four countries, including Austria. The results clearly showed that during the lockdown, participants were confronted with higher stress levels and…
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Drink plenty of fluids in hot weather? Researchers advise against 3 types of drinks
This year, we are once again experiencing one heat record after another. Temperatures are currently climbing, and in some parts of Europe, temperatures above 35 degrees Celsius are likely to become commonplace in just a few months. Whenever this happens, one thing is particularly important: drinking enough fluids. According to science, however, the choice of beverages is also important. Drink plenty of fluids in hot weather: just not these Officially, the recommendation is to drink at least three liters per day in high temperatures and with the heatwave that may…
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